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Auphonic vs Cleanfeed

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Auphonic

Podcasting

Automated audio mastering and loudness processing

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Cleanfeed

Podcasting

Cloud-based audio recording and calling

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Auphonic the free tier covers 2 hours of processed audio a month; Cleanfeed the free Lite plan is limited to 2 guests and 1 local audio source
  • They diverge on capability: Auphonic covers Automatic loudness optimization, Cleanfeed covers Browser-based recording.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Auphonic and Cleanfeed actually diverge.

Attributes where Auphonic and Cleanfeed differ
AttributeAuphonicCleanfeed
Founded20102015

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Podcasting).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Auphonic

  • Automatic loudness optimization
  • Noise reduction
  • Audio restoration
  • Intelligent processing
  • API integration
  • Auto-upload
  • Podcast hosts
  • FTP

Only in Cleanfeed

  • Browser-based recording
  • Local recording
  • Separate tracks
  • Lossless quality
  • Cloud backup
  • Easy sharing
  • Email
  • Encrypted recording

Both cover

  • Dropbox
  • Google Drive
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Auphonic

  • Automatic loudness levelling and noise reduction on podcast audionot Cleanfeed
  • Batch processing an archive of recordingsnot Cleanfeed
  • Generating transcripts and chapters from an episodenot Cleanfeed
  • Producing consistent output across multiple formats from one uploadnot Cleanfeed

Cleanfeed

  • Recording remote interviews in the browser at broadcast audio qualitynot Auphonic
  • Capturing isolated multitrack recordings of each remote guestnot Auphonic
  • Live radio and broadcast contribution links between studiosnot Auphonic

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Auphonic

  • The free tier covers 2 hours of processed audio a month
  • Billing is by audio duration with a 3 minute minimum per production, so many short clips cost more than the running time suggests
  • Multilingual speech recognition, automatic chapters and show notes all require a paid plan
  • Watch folders, batch productions and team accounts are paid features
  • Free output carries an Auphonic jingle

Cleanfeed

  • The free Lite plan is limited to 2 guests and 1 local audio source
  • Remote audio on the free Lite plan is mono; stereo requires Pro
  • Multitrack recording with an isolated track per guest is a Pro only feature
  • Audio repair modes, markers, clip playback and privacy controls are Pro only
  • Business Pro seats are priced higher than individual seats for identical features
  • The Cinema tier for video is $2,500 per year for the first seat, with extra seats charged separately

Pricing, plan by plan

Auphonic

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 2 hours/month processing
    • Basic mastering
    • Download files
  • Personal$10/month
    • 50 hours/month
    • Advanced mastering
    • API access

Cleanfeed

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 30 min sessions
    • Local recording
    • 2 participants
  • Standard$15/month
    • Unlimited sessions
    • Separate tracks
    • 4 participants

Which should you pick?

Choose Auphonic if

  • You need automatic loudness optimization.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want noise reduction.
Auphonic review

Choose Cleanfeed if

  • You need browser-based recording.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want local recording.
Cleanfeed review

Questions people ask

Is Auphonic or Cleanfeed better?
Neither clearly leads. Auphonic starts at Free and Cleanfeed at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Auphonic or Cleanfeed?
Auphonic starts at Free and Cleanfeed at Free.
Does Auphonic or Cleanfeed run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Auphonic for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Auphonic best used for?
Auphonic is most often used for automatic loudness levelling and noise reduction on podcast audio, batch processing an archive of recordings, generating transcripts and chapters from an episode, producing consistent output across multiple formats from one upload. Of those, automatic loudness levelling and noise reduction on podcast audio and batch processing an archive of recordings are not what Cleanfeed is typically brought in for.
What can Auphonic do that Cleanfeed cannot?
Auphonic covers Automatic loudness optimization, Noise reduction, Audio restoration, Intelligent processing. Cleanfeed covers Browser-based recording, Local recording, Separate tracks, Lossless quality. Both handle Dropbox, Google Drive, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Auphonic: Is Auphonic free or does it require payment?

Auphonic offers a free plan with 2 hours of audio processing per month. Premium plans require monthly subscription credits for additional processing hours, or one-time credit purchases that never expire.

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Cleanfeed: Can I use the free Cleanfeed Lite plan for commercial projects?

Yes, Cleanfeed Lite is free and explicitly includes commercial use rights.

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Auphonic: What does Auphonic's free plan include and what are its limits?

The free plan includes 2 hours of audio processing per month, all basic audio algorithms (leveler, noise reduction, filtering), automatic shownotes, and filler/silence cutting. The Auphonic jingle is included in free productions.

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Cleanfeed: How many guests can join a recording on Cleanfeed Lite versus Pro?

Cleanfeed Lite allows up to 2 guests, while Cleanfeed Pro supports up to 32 guests with multitrack recording capabilities.

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Auphonic: How does Auphonic charge for audio processing beyond the free tier?

Auphonic offers monthly subscription tiers (S through XXL) based on hours needed and one-time credit purchases (5-3000+ hours). Billing is based on audio file duration; minimum 3 minutes per production. Custom subscriptions available for over 1000 hours/month.

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Cleanfeed: What is the cost difference between Cleanfeed Pro for individual and business use?

Cleanfeed Pro individual plan is $12/month USD, while the business plan is $36/month USD. Both offer the same features but business plans include higher support priority.

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Cleanfeed: Does Cleanfeed offer a discount for annual commitment?

Yes, choosing yearly renewal provides an additional 20% discount on Cleanfeed Pro pricing.

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Cleanfeed: What subsidized pricing options does Cleanfeed offer?

Cleanfeed offers reduced rates for personal use (under $5,000 annual commercial activity), registered charities and non-profits, and educational institutions.

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